Crutch

Description

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a crutch in accordance with my new design.

FIG. 2 is a rear view of the crutch shown in FIG. 1.

FIG. 3 is a front view of the crutch shown in FIG. 1.

FIG. 4 is a left-side view of the crutch shown in FIG. 1, the right-side view being a mirror image thereof.

FIG. 5 is a top view of the crutch shown in FIG. 1; and,

FIG. 6 is a bottom view of the crutch shown in FIG. 1.

Claims

CLAIM The ornamental design for a crutch, as shown and described.

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Inventors:	Davis; Richard C. (El Dorado Hills, CA)
Assignee:	NexStep Mobility, LLC (Dorado Hills, CA)
Appl. No.:	D/215,762
Filed:	October 25, 2004

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Current U.S. Class:	D24/188; D3/7
Current International Class:	2404
Field of Search:	;D24/188 ;D3/7-9,10,17 ;135/66-69,71-73,75-77

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Primary Examiner: Zarfas; Louis S.
Assistant Examiner: Doan; Anhdao
Attorney, Agent or Firm: Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP